Wigan Athletic vs Sunderland: Is the game on TV? Is there any early team news? Can I stream it?

The Black Cats are set to take on Wigan Athletic in League One this weekend.
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That’s after the Wearsiders lost four of last their last six league games 6-0 away to Bolton Wanderers, 2-1 at home to Doncaster Rovers and MK Dons and 2-1 again away to Cheltenham Town.

The other draws came against AFC Wimbledon and Burton Albion meaning Sunderland have just one win in 10 games.

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Here, we take you through everything you need to know about the fixture against Wigan Athletic:

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When is Wigan Athletic vs Sunderland?

Sunderland take on Wigan Athletic on Saturday, February 26 at the DW Stadium.

Kick-off is scheduled for 3pm.

What TV channel is Wigan Athletic vs Sunderland on?

The clash between Sunderland and Wigan Athletic won’t be shown on television and has not been selected for broadcast by Sky Sports, BT Sports or Amazon Prime.

Can I stream Wigan Athletic vs Sunderland online?

Sunderland’s clash with Burton Albion won’t be streamed via club channels in the United Kingdom.

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In line with supporters’ return to stadia and EFL regulations, eligibility groups for live video streaming have changed.

Non-televised Saturday 3pm KOs and Friday/Sunday games will only be shown outside of the UK and Ireland.

Are there any other ways I can follow Wigan Athletic vs Sunderland?

BBC Radio Newcastle will provide full match commentary.

Nick Barnes and Gary Bennett will be available on the following frequencies: 95.4FM, 96FM, 103.7FM, 104.4FM and 1458AM.

The Sunderland Echo will also have full coverage on our website with Joe Nicholson and Phil Smith at the ground.

Are there any tickets available for Wigan Athletic vs Sunderland?

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There are no tickets for the game between Sunderland and Wigan Athletic currently available on safc.com with the away end now sold out.

Is there any team news ahead of Wigan Athletic vs Sunderland?

Speaking before the loss against MK Dons, Alex Neil said: “Luke (O’Nien) is doing non-contact but is on the grass.

“Aiden (McGeady) has been on the grass but because it’s a medial-type injury it sort of niggles and lingers on a little bit.

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“It is not one of those ones that when it heals it’s gone, there is sort of that niggly period in between getting fully fit.

“Nathan Broadhead is back at Everton getting treatment on his hamstring but I’m led to believe he’s on the grass as well so he’s making good progress.

“Unfortunately, they will be weeks away rather than days.”

What are the odds for Wigan Athletic vs Sunderland?

Sunderland win – 23/10

Draw – 13/5

Wigan Athletic win – Evans

All odds correct at the time of writing. Over 18s only. Please gamble responsibly and Be Gamble Aware. www.begambleaware.org.

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